JAC demands
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 24 2022:
Bogimayum Taj Khan, co-convehor JAC Lilong Kendra Development Co-ordinating Committee has demanded the relevant authority to produce {he white paper in connection with the disbursement of relief funds for victims of Imphal river flood that occurred in July 2017 by July 28.The statement was made by the co-convenor during a press conference held at Manipur Press Club today.
Bogimayum Taj khan went on to say that many flood victims in Lilong AC had still not received any monetary relief despite the passing of five long years.
However, in 2017 Thoubal DC Office allegedly informed that there were no relief funds left for fishery, veterinary, animal husbandry and house damage, he added.
In this regard, he questioned which beneficiaries had received monetary benefit and cast aspersions on proper or sincere use of the relief funds.
As such, the JAC has demanded the administration to produce white paper regarding department wise disbursement of relief funds as well as the remaining amount.
Bogimayum Taj Khan has also cautioned that failing to produce the relevant documents before July 28 will invite a series of protests from the JAC and the public.